Awesome local crabs!…read more We were staying in town for a small family vacation and of course we need to get some MD crabs during the summer. Our host had recommended this spot and it did not disappoint. We got a couple dozen crabs and some shrimp and we were stuffed. The crabs were fresh, as I was literally waiting for them to come in from the fisherman in the morning., and waited outside for them to be cooked. The crabs were sweet and stuffed. We loved them! This is a pick up spot, they do not have dine in. I would call in the order as early as you can when they open. I'm sure they run out at some point.

Stopped into for some jumbo males... instead I got the #1s and was not dissappointed. They were…read moremeaty and had GREAT taste. I shopped with them years ago and was happy to have the same quality of product as in the past. I got a dozen males for $70 and feel they were worth it.​​

Great Asian grocery! Had a little bit of everything. The bao they sell were fantastic.read more

Small, new Asian store. Prepackaged goods. No produce. 3 aisles of merchandise. My guess is that…read morethey are run by the restaurant of the same name across the street. Wish them the best of luck.

Calm vibe, cool people, interesting, tasty teas aplenty, lots of spices, advice on what to get and…read morehow to use the goods -- plus some tasty treats, pretty tea accessories, and cookbooks! Oh, and the décor is very nice! I personally really like the Earl Grey Spring & Mulberry date-sweetened chocolate. Of course, the packaging is so pretty it's hard to separate that from the taste and texture, too .... The honeys here are like none other I've had before! The absolute cutest little honey bears I've ever seen! There's one raw honey in a glass jar that's the only chewy honey I've ever tasted -- what a treat to eat a spoonful of that plain, direct from the jar, mmm! (I didn't just eat it for the taste or texture, though -- I started to eat it because I'd read about the great health benefits of honey!) I really really enjoy the smokiness of the Russian Caravan. Plus, it's fun to research, read and find out about such things as how this rather unique tea flavour came about -- that it was the result of actual campfire smoke flavouring the tea in the first place while travelling across Russia way-back-when that is now encapsulated in this oh-so-tasty tea! Tea is a really great gateway to learning about various cultures and world history! Maybe it's his-tea-ry! Persian Rose Garden tea is splendid -- mellow and rich, smooth, calming (I'm not saying it's medicinally calming, but rather that it's evocative of a certain atmosphere that may make you feel a certain way if you tune into it.) Turmeric ginger is very nice, too .... Overall, aesthetically beautiful, palate-pleasing place! Highly recommended!

Had a great conversation with Julia. She is a tea sommelier who is very knowledgeable about the…read morebenefits of tea and had a keen eye on what teas I would like. Be sure to ask her to brew you some tea!

Penzeys is the BEST. The spices and seasonings are top quality, and the special deals they feature…read moreregularly in their free newsletter make them super affordable. The staff at the Falls Church store is friendly and helpful. And I love their politics and merch!

A large and well thought out shop featuring high quality Penzeys spices. The staff are happy to…read moredirect you to whatever you are looking for and have a wide knowledge of products if you have any questions. There is a parking garage behind the shop with plenty of free parking (for customers only).

I love supporting local shops when I can. The items they have are wonderfully varied. I found…read moreabsolutely everything I needed and then some. I am so glad I found this place! The staff are pleasant and the drive was worth it.

If it feels like you're going in the back door, you're in the right place. Haha just keep going…read morethrough the studio to a little hallway with community flyers lining the walls, then you'll come to the warm yet invigorating store space. With so much to offer in such a small space, they certainly have mastered the skill of placement. It's not overwhelming in the least, in fact, I felt an enveloping calm energy the second I walked in. Greeted by a lovely individual, they let us take our time exploring at our own pace, while offering incredible insight and knowledge to the items available on the floor when we asked. I was visiting from California, and I certainly felt immediately at home here. I walked away with some adorable stickers, energetic crystals, open-practice smudge sticks, heart-warming tea, and the hope I would be back someday to visit again. Thank you for your hospitality, knowledge-sharing, and offering an incredible space to lift the vibration of the community.

Trying to spice up your life, or just in need of cooking inspiration? Penzeys has an oasis of…read morespices and I love how the store is organized. Each little treasure trove of spices is situated in its own little category. There are baking spices and salad spices. I was impressed with all the different kinds of cinnamon's. The people who work there are the nicest. A gentleman directed me to the cayenne pepper area. There was a variety of choices and I learned about the Scoville levels of heat. Now, you may be saying to yourself, why would Joy B. searching for the hot peppers? The truth of the matter is that I was looking to help out a friend. I found my cayenne pepper and I was pleasantly surprised at the price point. I bought a nice size bottle for about $6.00 and change. So, excellent variety, well organized, helpful staff, and reasonably priced... I can assure you that I will be returning soon. Great job, Penzeys.

So excited to finally visit a Penzeys store in person and it was well worth it. Friendly helpful…read morestaff and incredible selection. Amazing discounts and free gifts as well. The dish towels are the best towels ever. It's been great fun using their unique blends in various recipes. Proud to support a store that represents my values as well.

Love it here, I always stop through when I'm walking around downtown to try their samples and get a…read moredrink to walk around with!

I love a stroll down Annapolis's Main Street. There are some lovely boutiques, shops, restaurants,…read moreand bars in that historic, charming strip of town. A couple of weeks ago, when my in laws were in town, we decided to visit Annapolis on a Sunday afternoon. The Spice & Tea Exchange was one of the shops we wandered into while exploring Main Street. The store has hundreds of spices and teas, some of which aren't easy to find at grocery stores. On this visit, I picked up some horseradish powder and a couple of teas (Russian black and infused green). On top of having a really great selection (whether you're shopping for yourself or for gifts), their customer service is really great - so friendly and helpful. If you're wandering down Main Street, don't pass by - especially if you're a cook or you like a daily cup of tea!

Love this place. My teenage granddaughter wanted to go, and we had a nice time shopping there…read more Lots of lovely things!

Just happened to be walking around town and saw a sign out front mentioning tea. I LOVE loose leaf…read moreteas and stepped inside expecting a few...boy was I surprised. The tea selection here is phenomenal!! I purchased 3 different teas and at a great price as well. If you love herbal teas, crystals, mushroom teas etc stop in you will not be disappo

What an amazing place. I am so happy I found this. It is quaint and comfortable and has everything…read moreyou need to heal and soothe and elevate your spirit. They have teas, individual herbs, herbal mixes, classes, coaches and the most amazing and adorable open garden.

The products and team members are AWWESOME!! Very…read more knowledgeable .... Very knowledgeable and patient and knowledgeable

We went to Vaughan Cheese last night. We got there 30 minutes before closing. We were greeted…read moreimmediately by their owner, Megan, along with another friendly face, Brandy. They were not rushing us. Actually the opposite. They made us feel right at home. It was our first time. They found out what we liked to drink and what kind of cheeses we enjoyed. Megan created us a custom charcuterie board and paired the wine perfectly. We also enjoyed the steak and cheddar sandwich. Everything was delicious. We will be back.

Nice spot with an excellent cheese and charcuterie selection. Solid wine list…read morewith some local wines. Brandy made some great recommendations and explained the menu to us. Definitely try the house made mozzarella cheese prepared table side. The ricotta cheese with lavash bread is outstanding! The crab cake was delicious (full of crab meat ) but the accompanying salad needed a little more flavoring (olive oil or dressing ).